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Title : Title 32. PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter : Chapter 77. SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING. PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))

Title 32 - §6001. Title

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

§6001. Title

This chapter may be cited as the "Licensure Act for Speech-language Pathologists and Audiologists." [1997, c. 379, §2 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6002. Statement of purpose

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

§6002. Statement of purpose

It is declared to be a policy of the State that in order to safeguard the public health, safety and welfare; to protect the public from being misled by incompetent, unscrupulous and unauthorized persons and from unprofessional conduct on the part of qualified speech-language pathologists and audiologists; and to help ensure the availability of the highest possible quality speech-language pathology and audiology services to the communicatively handicapped people of this State, it is necessary to provide regulatory authority over persons offering speech-language pathology and audiology services to the public. [1997, c. 379, §2 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6003. Definitions

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

§6003. Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context, the following words shall have the following meanings. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

1. Audiologist. "Audiologist" means an individual who practices audiology and who by virtue of academic and practical training presents himself to the public by any title or description of services incorporating the words audiologist, hearing clinician, hearing therapist or any similar title or description of service. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

2. Audiology. "Audiology" is the application of theories, principles and procedures related to hearing and hearing disorders for the purposes of assessment and treatment. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

3. Board. "Board" means the Board of Examiners on Speech-language Pathology and Audiology, established pursuant to section 6010. [1997, c. 379, §3 (amd).]

3-A. Code of ethics. "Code of ethics" means the code of ethics pertaining to the practices of speech-language pathology and audiology adopted by the board. [1997, c. 379, §4 (new).]

4. Person. "Person" means any individual, organization or corporate body, except that only an individual may be licensed under this chapter. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

5. Speech-language pathologist. "Speech-language pathologist" means an individual who practices speech-language pathology and who by virtue of academic and practical training presents the individual to the public by any title or description of services incorporating the words speech pathologist, speech therapist, speech correctionist, speech clinician, language pathologist, language therapist, logopedist, communicologist, voice therapist, voice pathologist or any similar title or description of service. [1997, c. 379, §5 (amd).]

6. Speech-language pathology. "Speech-language pathology" means the application of theories, principles and procedures related to development and disorders of language and speech for purposes of assessment and treatment. [1997, c. 379, §5 (amd).]

7. Speech-language pathology aide. "Speech-language pathology aide" means an individual who meets minimum qualifications that the board may establish for speech-language pathology aides, which are less than those qualifications established by this chapter as necessary for licensure as a speech-language pathologist and less than those established by the Department of Education for school personnel, and who works under the supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist. [1997, c. 379, §6 (amd).]

7-A. Speech-language pathology assistant. "Speech-language pathology assistant" means an individual who meets minimum qualifications that the board may establish for speech-language pathology assistants, which are less than those qualifications established by this chapter for licensure, but which must include an associate's degree or its equivalent as determined by the board, in the field of communication disorders. [1997, c. 379, §7 (new).]

8. Supervision. "Supervision" means the direct observation of work and the assessment of written records of service by a licensed speech pathologist, licensed audiologist or licensed physician commensurate with the skills of the person as determined by the supervisor. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

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Title 32 - §6004. Persons and practices affected

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

§6004. Persons and practices affected

1. Speech-language pathologists and audiologists. Licensure may be granted in speech-language pathology or audiology independently. A person may be licensed in both areas if that person meets the respective qualifications. A person may not practice or represent as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist in this State unless licensed in accordance with the laws of this State. [1997, c. 379, §8 (new).]

2. Speech-language pathology aides. Registration may be granted to a person who meets the minimum qualifications established by the board for a speech-language pathology aide and who is supervised by a speech-language pathologist. A person holding this credential may continue to practice as a speech-language pathology aide until January 1, 2005. Any speech-language pathology aide registered after October 1, 1997 must demonstrate 2 years of post-secondary education and submit a training plan endorsed by a licensee. All speech-language pathology aides must meet the minimum qualifications for a speech-language pathology assistant adopted by the board no later than January 1, 2005. [1997, c. 379, §8 (new).]

3. Speech-language pathology assistants. Registration must be granted to a person who meets the minimum qualifications for a speech-language pathology assistant established by the board and who is supervised by a licensed speech-language pathologist, as set forth by the board by rule. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A. [1997, c. 379, §8 (new).]

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Title 32 - §6005. Persons and practices not affected

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

§6005. Persons and practices not affected

Nothing in this chapter may be construed as preventing or restricting: [1997, c. 379, §9 (amd).]

1. Physicians. A physician or osteopathic physician licensed by this State from testing, diagnosing and treating medical problems related to disorders of language, speech or hearing, nor as permitting a speech-language pathologist or audiologist to practice medicine, surgery or other healing arts; [1997, c. 379, §9 (amd).]

2. Hearing aid dealers. A hearing aid dealer licensed under chapter 23-A or the holder of a trainee permit under chapter 23-A from the fitting of hearing aids or the testing of hearing for the purpose of fitting hearing aids; [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

3. Person holding valid and current credential. A person who holds a valid and current credential as a speech-language or hearing clinician, issued by the Department of Education, from providing such services within a local educational agency, or a person employed as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist by the Government of the United States, if such person performs speech-language pathology or audiology services solely within the confines or under the jurisdiction of the organization by which that person is employed. Such person may, without obtaining a license under this chapter, consult with or disseminate research findings and other scientific information to speech-language pathologists and audiologists outside the jurisdiction of the organization by which that person is employed. Such person may also offer lectures to the public for a fee, monetary or other, without being licensed under this chapter. Such person may additionally elect to be subject to this chapter; [1997, c. 379, §9 (amd).]

4. Persons pursuing course of study in speech-language pathology. The activities and services of persons pursuing a course of study leading to a degree in speech-language pathology at an accredited college or accredited university, if such activities and services constitute a part of the course of study and such person is designated speech-language pathology intern, speech-language pathology trainee or by other such title clearly indicating the training status appropriate to that person's level of training; [1997, c. 379, §9 (amd).]

5. Persons pursuing course of study in audiology. The activities and services of a person pursuing a course of study leading to a degree in audiology at an accredited college or accredited university, if such activities and services constitute a part of the course of study and such person is designated audiology intern, audiology trainee or by any other title clearly indicating the training status appropriate to such person's level of training; and [1997, c. 379, §9 (amd).]

6. Person not a resident of this State. The performance of speech-language pathology or audiology services in this State by any person not a resident of this State who is not licensed under this chapter, if such services are performed for no more than 5 days in any calendar year and in cooperation with a speech-language pathologist or audiologist licensed under this chapter; and if such person meets the qualifications and requirements for application for licensure described in section 6020-A. A person not a resident of this State who is not licensed under this chapter, but who is licensed under the laws of another state that has established licensure requirements at least equivalent to those established by section 6020-A or who is the holder of the American Speech and Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-language Pathology or Audiology or its equivalent, may offer speech-language pathology or audiology services in this State for not more than 60 days in any calendar year, if such services are performed in cooperation with a speech-language pathologist or audiologist licensed under this chapter. [1997, c. 379, §9 (amd).]

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Title 32 - §6010. Membership; terms

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS ON SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @10 (rpr))

§6010. Membership; terms

The Board of Examiners on Speech-language Pathology and Audiology, as established by Title 5, section 12004-A, subsection 39, consists of 7 members appointed by the Governor. All members must have been residents of this State for at least one year immediately preceding their appointment. Three members must have been engaged full time in the practice of speech-language pathology for at least one year immediately preceding appointment. Two members must have been engaged full time in the practice of audiology for at least one year immediately preceding appointment. All such professional members at all times must be holders of valid licenses for the practice of speech-language pathology or audiology. The additional members consist of 2 representatives of the public. [1999, c. 687, Pt. E, §6 (amd).] div>
Appointments are for 3-year terms. Appointments of members must comply with section 60. A board member may be removed by the Governor for cause. [1993, c. 600, Pt. A, §255 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6011. Meetings; chairman; quorum

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS ON SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @10 (rpr))

§6011. Meetings; chairman; quorum

The board shall meet at least once a year to conduct its business and to elect a chair and a secretary. Additional meetings are held as necessary to conduct the business of the board and may be convened at the call of the chair or a majority of the board members. All meetings of the board are open to the public, except that the board may hold closed sessions to prepare, approve, grade or administer examinations, or to prepare or provide a response upon request of an applicant for review of that applicant's examination. Four members of the board constitute a quorum for all purposes. [1997, c. 379, §12 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6012. Expenses (REPEALED)

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS ON SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @10 (rpr))

§6012. Expenses (REPEALED)

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Title 32 - §6013. Powers and duties

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 2: BOARD OF EXAMINERS ON SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @10 (rpr))

§6013. Powers and duties

The Board of Examiners on Speech-language Pathology and Audiology has the powers and duties set forth in this section. [1997, c. 379, §13 (amd).]

1. Board to administer, coordinate and enforce. The board shall administer, coordinate and enforce this chapter, evaluate the qualifications and supervise the examinations of applicants for licensure under this chapter and shall, at its discretion, investigate allegations of practices violating this chapter. The board shall keep such records and minutes as are necessary to the ordinary dispatch of its functions. [1983, c. 413, §199 (amd).]

2. Rules. The board may, in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II, adopt rules commensurate with the authority vested in it by this chapter including, but not limited to, rules relating to professional conduct and establishing ethical standards of practice. The board, by rule, shall govern and control the professional conduct of every person who holds a license to practice speech-language pathology or audiology in this State. A copy of all rules adopted by vote of the board must be sent forthwith to all persons licensed under this chapter. [1997, c. 379, §14 (amd).]

3. Hearings. Hearings may be conducted by the board to assist with investigations, to determine whether grounds exist for suspension, revocation or denial of a license, or as otherwise determined necessary to the fulfillment of its responsibilities under this chapter. The board may not refuse to renew a license for any reason other than failure to pay a required fee, unless it has afforded the licensee an opportunity for an adjudicatory hearing. The board shall hold an adjudicatory hearing at the written request of any person who is denied a license without a hearing for any reason other than failure to pay a required fee, provided that the request for hearing is received by the board within 30 days of the applicant's receipt of written notice of the denial of the applicant's application, the reasons therefor and the applicant's right to request a hearing. Hearings must be conducted in conformity with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter IV, to the extent applicable. The board may subpoena witnesses, records and documents in any hearing it conducts. [1997, c. 379, §15 (amd).]

4. Reports. Not later than August 1st of each year, the board shall submit to the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation for the preceding fiscal year ending June 30th an annual report of its operations and financial position, together with such comments and recommendations as the board deems essential. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]

5. Contracts. [1995, c. 397, §77 (rp).]

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Title 32 - §6020-A. Eligibility for license

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6020-A. Eligibility for license

To be eligible for licensure by the board as a speech-language pathologist, audiologist or for registration as a speech-language pathology assistant, a person must possess the following: [1999, c. 386, Pt. Q, §1 (amd).]

1. Speech-language pathologists or audiologists. To be licensed as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist, a master's degree or its equivalent, as determined by the board, which is consistent with the requirements for the American Speech and Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Pathology or Audiology. The board may establish the requirements for academic course work, supervised clinical practice, supervised professional employment and written examination; or [1997, c. 683, Pt. B, §21 (rpr).]

2. Speech-language pathology assistants. To be licensed as a speech-language pathology assistant, an associate degree in the field of communication disorders, or its equivalent as determined by the board, and must meet such other minimal qualifications as the board may establish. [1997, c. 683, Pt. B, §21 (rpr).]

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Title 32 - §6020-B. Scope of practice

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6020-B. Scope of practice

Speech-language pathologists identify, assess and provide treatment for individuals of all ages with communication and swallowing disorders. Audiologists identify, assess and provide habilitation and rehabilitation for individuals of all ages with either peripheral or central auditory impairment. In respective areas, speech-language pathologists and audiologists may: [1997, c. 379, §17 (new).]

1. Human communication. Manage and supervise programs and services related to human communication and its disorders; [1997, c. 379, §17 (new).]

2. Speech-language pathology or audiology. Counsel families, individuals and caregivers with respect to speech-language pathology or audiology; and [1997, c. 379, §17 (new).]

3. Consultation; referrals; programs. Provide consultation, make referrals and develop preventative programs. [1997, c. 379, §17 (new).]
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The provisions of this section pertaining to the scope of practice for speech-language pathologists and audiologists neither limit nor infringe upon licensure laws of other regulated professions in this State. [1997, c. 379, §17 (new).]
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Title 32 - §6020. Eligibility for license (REPEALED)

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6020. Eligibility for license (REPEALED)

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Title 32 - §6021. Application

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6021. Application

A person eligible for licensure under section 6020-A shall make application to the board upon a form and in such manner as the board may prescribe. An application must be accompanied by a nonrefundable fee prescribed by section 6028. [1997, c. 379, §18 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6022. Examination

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6022. Examination

Each applicant for licensure under this chapter must provide documentation of successful completion of an examination approved by the board. Standards for acceptable performance must be established by the board. Applicants for licensure must be examined at the time and place and under such supervision as the board may determine. The board may examine in whatever theoretical or applied fields of speech-language pathology and audiology it considers appropriate and may examine with regard to a person's professional skills and judgment in the utilization of speech-language pathology or audiology techniques and methods. The board shall maintain a permanent record of all examination scores. [1997, c. 379, §18 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6023. Waiver of examination

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6023. Waiver of examination

The board may waive the examination and grant licensure to any applicant who shall present proof of current licensure in another state, including the District of Columbia or a territory of the United States which maintains professional standards deemed by the board to be equivalent to those set forth in this chapter, provided that no cause exists for denial of a license under section 6026. [1983, c. 413, § 203 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6024. License

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6024. License

The board shall issue a license to any person who meets the requirements of this chapter and who pays to the board the license fee established in section 6028. [1975, c. 705, § 4 (new).]
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Title 32 - §6025. Temporary license

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6025. Temporary license

An applicant, who fulfills all the requirements for licensure except professional employment or examination, may apply to the board for a temporary license. Upon receiving an application, accompanied by the fee established in section 6028, the board shall issue a temporary license, which entitles the applicant to practice speech-language pathology or audiology under supervision while completing the requirements for licensure. A temporary license may not be issued by the board under this section unless the applicant shows to the satisfaction of the board that the applicant is or will be supervised and trained by a person who holds a license or the Certificate of Clinical Competency of the American Speech and Hearing Association in the appropriate specialty. The temporary license is effective for one year and may be renewed once by the board. [1997, c. 379, §19 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6026. License; refusal to issue or renew; suspension; revocation

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6026. License; refusal to issue or renew; suspension; revocation

The board shall investigate or cause to be investigated all complaints made to it and all cases of noncompliance with or violation of this chapter. The board may suspend or revoke a license pursuant to Title 5, section 10004. The board may refuse to issue or renew a license or the District Court may revoke, suspend or refuse to renew a license of a speech-language pathologist or audiologist for any of the following reasons: [1997, c. 379, §20 (amd); 1999, c. 547, Pt. B, §78 (amd); §80 (aff).]

1. Obtaining license by fraud. Obtaining a license by means of fraud, misrepresentation or concealment of material facts;

2. Guilty of unprofessional conduct. Being guilty of unprofessional conduct as defined by the rules established by the board or violating the Code of Ethics adopted and published by the board;

3. Violation of any lawful order, rule, etc. Violating any lawful order or rule adopted by the board; [1983, c. 413, §205 (amd).]

4. Conviction of a criminal offense. Subject to the limitations of Title 5, chapter 341, being convicted of a felony in any court of this State or the United States if the acts for which a speech-language pathologist or audiologist is convicted are found by the board to have a direct bearing on whether that person should be entrusted to serve the public in the capacity of a speech-language pathologist or audiologist; or [1997, c. 379, §21 (amd).]

5. Violations. Violating any provision of this chapter.
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The board, for reasons it may deem sufficient, may reissue a license to any person whose license has been revoked, providing 4 or more members of the board vote in favor of such reissuance.
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Title 32 - §6027. License, renewal

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6027. License, renewal

A license issued under this chapter expires biennially on the date indicated on the license, or at such time as the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation may designate. Every person licensed under this chapter shall, on or before the biennial expiration date, pay a fee for renewal of license to the board. The board shall notify every person licensed under this chapter of the date of expiration of that person's license and the amount of the fee required for its renewal for a 2-year period. The notice must be mailed to the person's last known address at least 30 days in advance of the expiration of the license. Renewals are contingent upon evidence of participation in continuing professional education, such as attending professional meetings and regional in-service programs, as determined by the board. A license may be renewed up to 90 days after the date of its expiration upon payment of a late fee of $10 in addition to the renewal fee. Any person who submits an application for renewal more than 90 days after the license expiration date is subject to all requirements governing new applicants under this chapter, except that the board may in its discretion, giving due consideration to the protection of the public, waive examination if that renewal application is made within 2 years from the date of the expiration. [1997, c. 379, §22 (amd).] div>
A suspended license is subject to expiration and may be renewed as provided in this section, but such renewal shall not entitle the licensee, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to engage in the licensed activity. A license revoked on disciplinary grounds is subject to expiration as provided in this section, and it may not be renewed. [1975, c. 705, §4 (new).]
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Title 32 - §6028. Fees

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Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6028. Fees

An application fee and an examination fee may be established by the board in amounts that are reasonable and necessary for their respective purposes. A person to whom an initial license is issued pursuant to this chapter shall pay a license fee set by the board in an amount not to exceed $90. The fee for a temporary license is set by the board and may not exceed $90. The fee for biennial renewal of a license is set by the board and may not exceed $140. The board may, by rule, provide for the waiver of all or part of the fee for an initial license, if it is issued less than 120 days before the date on which it will expire. When the unexpired term of an initial license of an applicant is or will be more than one year at time of licensure, the board may, by rule, require the applicants to pay an additional fee not to exceed 12 the biennial renewal fee. [1995, c. 502, Pt. H, §37 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6029. Notice

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6029. Notice

The board shall publish, in an appropriate manner, the licensure standards prescribed by this chapter, any amendments to those standards and such rules as it may adopt under the authority vested by this chapter. [1995, c. 397, §79 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6030. Continuing professional education

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6030. Continuing professional education

The board shall require the applicant for license renewal to present evidence of the applicant's satisfactory completion of continuing professional education in accordance with rules adopted by the board. [1997, c. 379, §23 (amd).]
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Title 32 - §6031. Penalty

Title 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS
Chapter 77: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS (HEADING: PL 1997, c. 379, @1 (rpr))
Subchapter 3: LICENSE

§6031. Penalty

A person who violates any provision of this chapter for which a penalty has not been prescribed commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture of not more than $1,000 may be adjudged. [2001, c. 421, Pt. B, §100 (amd); Pt. C, §1 (aff).] div>
The State may bring an action in Superior Court to enjoin any person from violating this chapter, regardless of whether other administrative, civil or criminal proceedings have been or may be instituted. [2001, c. 421, Pt. B, §100 (amd); Pt. C, §1 (aff).]
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